UK parcel delivery company, Evri, has announced a partnership with accessiBe to improve website accessibility using artificial intelligence (AI). Last month, Evri announced a new plan to become the most accessible company of its type in the UK as it estimates one in four home deliveries go to disabl| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Benuta, an online store for rugs, has deployed Constructor’s e-commerce search and product discovery platform. In addition, it will use Constructor’s AI Shopping Assistant, a conversational product discovery tool.| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Trevor Sumner is joining i-Genie, an AI and machine learning powered startup founded by former Unilever insights execs Stan Sthanunathan and Paul Van Gendt in 2023. Sumner, who is taking on the role of Head of Growth, is a retail technology veteran whose CV includes holding the position of CEO at Pe| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Sensei and Cinemas NOS are bringing autonomous shopping to the movie going experience. In a LinkedIn post, Sensei said: “Going to the cinema should be pure enjoyment - immersing yourself in a great story, laughing out loud, or holding your breath during a suspenseful scene. But let’s face it: waitin| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Primark last week opened four stores in four different countries on the same day, a first for the budget retailer. The move represents an investment of over €45 million from the business, creating 580 new jobs and adding 130,000 sq. ft. of selling space to its global footprint.| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Etsy is making big changes to its C-suite, which it says are unrelated to its disappointing financial performance. The shakeup closely follows the release of mixed third-quarter results during October. Kruti Patel Goyal, currently Chief Executive Officer at Etsy's Depop subsidiary, has been appointe| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Michael Mitrani, VP E-commerce, Innovation and Marketing at Super-Pharm, has taken to social media to discuss recent AI related work. This has included catalogue enrichment. In a LinkedIn post, he said: “Every new product uploaded by a seller to our marketplace is automatically processed to improve| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Oskar Jakobsson, Director Customer Solutions at ICA Gruppen, has taken to social media to reflect on self-checkouts following some recent store tours. In a LinkedIn post, he said: “In today's fast paced retail environment, with customers more stressed than ever, self-checkout systems have become in| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Recursive has wrapped the second instalment of Puma Arcade, the immersive experience it has been refining over the past 18 months; this time in Puma’s new Las Vegas flagship store. The 25,000 square foot space, which spans three stories, aims to “redefine what it means to be a bricks and mortar loca| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
RTIH rounds up the stand out retail systems deals, launches, deployments and pilots from the past seven days. Including Walmart Chile, Primark, One Stop, Snappy Shopper, Watches of Switzerland Group, Asda, Pets at Home, Newcastle United, TrusTrace, and Everseen.| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
UK-based online marketplace OnBuy says that it has gained more than 31,000 new VIP customers in just two weeks thanks to the launch of its loyalty programme. It released its new VIP programme on 22nd November, providing a way for returning customers to claim double the cashback rewards.| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Check out the articles on this here website that caught your fancy last week, including Amazon Fresh, Just Walk Out technology, Alibaba International, AllSaints, Asda, e.l.f. Cosmetics, Obsess, and the 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards.| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
After a pilot with Walmart Chile, Shopic’s AI powered smart cart technology is now rolling out to five Líder Express stores.| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Sanjay Dash has left Amazon where he spent almost 20 years, most recently serving as Vice President Technology - Amazon Physical Stores. In a LinkedIn post, he said: “After 19 incredible years at Amazon, it’s time for me to take the next step in my journey."| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
RTIH Editor, Scott Thompson, brings you his top ‘future of retail’ systems launches and deployments from the past week, including David’s Bridal, DoorDash, MeetKai, Detroit Pistons, e.l.f. Cosmetics, Obsess, Currys, Walmart, Domino’s, Netflix, Prada and Miu Miu.| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Retail Technology Innovation of the Week is a series brought to you by RTIH, and sponsored by 3D Cloud, highlighting stand out deployments, launches, and initiatives by retailers and tech suppliers. And this week we’re focusing on MeetKai and the Detroit Pistons who have officially launched Detroit| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
We’re big fans of LinkedIn and are busy building an amazing community of retail tech enthusiasts on the social media platform. As we head towards the 20,000 followers mark, these are the articles that are currently on their radars, including Sitoo, rediem, Proximity, StrongPoint, Retail Insight, Vis| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Meeting customer expectations is essential for building trust and fostering lasting relationships. In an increasingly competitive market, customers prioritise businesses that can provide smooth and reliable fulfilment experiences. A strong fulfilment strategy ensures operational efficiency and stren| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Do you like numbers? Do you like retail systems news? Then this is the article for you. Including the BRC, Primark, Snappy Shopper, One Stop, RTS 2025, rediem, Shopify, Pets at Home, REWE Group, Mirakl, AS Watson, Currys, and Movopack.| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Cannon Beach, AZ , a new mixed use destination in the US, is deploying Zippin’s checkout-free shopping experience. Spanning 37 acres, Cannon Beach is anchored by the Revel Surf park, the world’s first to feature both a large traveling wave and a stationary rapid surf wave.| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Alibaba International Digital Commerce Group has announced the US launch of Pic Copilot, an artificial intelligence driven e-commerce design tool tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This features 12 tools aimed at making tasks such as swapping image backgrounds, perfecting images| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
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The sixth edition of the RTIH Innovation Awards is now open for entries. The awards celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.| Retail Technology Innovation Hub
